It was also an eventful year in Portsmouth as the Ark Royal was commissioned. We have already had a look at what the city was like in 1980 and 1990, and now we focus on 1985. What are your memories of Portsmouth in 1985?
21. Portsmouth in 1985
Bridge Tavern at Camber Quay, Old Portsmouth in June 1985. The News PP5594 Photo: The News archive
22. Portsmouth in 1985
Pompey's Neil Webb evading a challenge during Saturdays 5-1 win over Oldham, 1985. The News PP4522 Photo: The News archive
23. Portsmouth in 1985
Royal Albert Walk, Albert Road Portsmouth 1985. The News 1681-3 Photo: The News archive
24. Portsmouth in 1985
South Parade Pier Southsea around June 1985. The News 6857-15 Photo: The News archive